ABOUT Szent Istvan University (Hungary)

Szent Istvan University is one the most prestigious universities of Hungary that educates more than 18,000 students in various disciplines like veterinary medicine, environmental sciences, mechanical engineering, economy and social sciences, architecture, water supply management, medical sciences as well as applied arts. The university is well known for its outstanding mix of traditional and modern teaching, research and educational activities. The endeavors of the university started in 1906 and finally came into the current form and structure only in 1950. Rector of the university Prof. Laszlo Solti has strengthened the reach of the university having partnered with over 100 institutions in more than 50 countries across 5 continents. Efforts like the International Conference on Conservation and Management of the Balkan Freshwater Fishes help the institution grow and educate the professionals in various aspects of agriculture and management.